$A$ cyclic process occurs in $C_3$ plants,which is light-dependent and requires $O_2$. This process does not produce energy; rather,it consumes energy. Can you name the given process?

  • A
    Glycolysis
  • B
    Photorespiration
  • C
    Calvin cycle
  • D
    Krebs cycle

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